Bachelor (B.S.) Degree Program in Criminal Justice

The Bachelor's degree program in Criminal Justice is an in-depth study of the major trends, issues, and realities of today's Criminal Justice system. This degree program enables students to advance in their fields and pursue managerial positions in the industry. Further field experience is required as well as more advanced courses in Criminal Justice and the Social Sciences.

Note: This program is also available in an Online format.

Marketability

At Monroe, you'll develop expertise in these highly sought-after areas

Understanding of developing trends and practices in the Criminal Justice system
General knowledge of the structure of the Criminal Justice system in the United States
Introduction to Criminal Law through case to case studies
Knowledge of criminal procedure and process
Field work knowledge in a criminal justice facility

Knowledge of the standard social science research designs and methodologies as they apply to Criminal Justice

Career Opportunities

The following are just a few of the many positions Monroe graduates acquire with their degrees:

Policeman
State Trooper
FBI Agent
Undercover Investigator
Security Manager
Counselor
Corrections Officer
Probation Officer
Criminal Court Officer
Juvenile Counselor

Detention Facility Coordinator

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Program Information
Program:	Criminal Justice
Degree:	Bachelor of Science
CIP Code:	43.0103
Program Approval:	The New York State Education Department
Accreditation:	Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Program Outcomes
On-Time Program Completion Rate:	100%
Placement Rate:	84% *


* Placement Rate =	Employed + Employed and Continuing Education + Continuing Education Only

	Total Graduates – Unavailable Graduates

Ocupation Information
*SOC Code(s)**	Job Titles	*Department of Labor ONET Link**
33-3021.01	Detective, Fugitive Detective, Investigator, Police Detective, Narcotics Detective, Fugitive Investigator, Narcotics Investigator, Detective Sergeant, Detective Supervisor, Sex Crimes Detective, Special agent, Criminal Investigator	http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/33-3021.01
11-9151	Program Director, Social Services Director, Program Manager, Vocational Rehabilitation Administrator, Adoption Services Manager, Children's Service Supervisor, Clinical Services Director, Community Services Block Grant/Outreach Social Worker (CSBG/Outreach Social Worker), Director of Child Welfare Services, Director of Social Services	http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-9151.00
39-9041	Resident Director, Resident Assistant, Residence Hall Director, Residence Life Director, Residence Director, Hall Coordinator, Residence Life Coordinator, Residential Life Director, Head Resident, Housing and Residence Life Director	http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/39-9041.00
21-1015	Human Services Care Specialist, Rehabilitation Counselor, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VCR), Case Manager, Program Coordinator, Rehabilitation Specialist, Vocational Counselor, Vocational Services Specialist, Work Counselor, Employment Instructional Associate (EIA)	http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/21-1015.00

* Standard Occupational Code

Program Cost
Category	Semester	Program
Tuition & Fees *	$6,220	$49,760
Books & Supplies	$500	$4,000
Room & Board **	$4,125	$33,000

* Tuition assumes full-time enrollment

** For on-campus students, Room & Board assumes double occupancy

Median Debt for Program Graduates
Federal:	$21,272
Private:	$0
Institutional:	$0

Inside Bachelor (B.S.) Degree Program in Criminal Justice

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